Bonus Rooms

Design Excellence Awards 2025 | NKBA Ottawa Chapter

Description

(Note: only one winner will be awarded in this category) Entries in this category must contain cabinetry as a major component of a residential space. Single family, tract, garden, town homes, high rise, prize homes and showrooms. This will be heavily judged on CREATIVITY. Indoor kitchens and bathrooms have designated categories (noted above) and are not permitted to be entered in this category. Possible rooms that may be entered in this category include, but are not limited to: Library, Bar, Laundry Room, Closet, Craft Room, Guest Room, Theatre, Garage, Exercise Room/Gym, Outdoor Kitchens etc. There are no price limits in this category. There will be a 1st place prize awarded.

Requirements

This space should include a significant portion of millwork and/or cabinetry. Residential spaces only and can include single family homes, tract or garden homes, high-rise apartments or "prize" homes. This will be heavily judged on creativity. Indoor kitchens and bathrooms have designated categories and are not permitted to be entered in this category. Possible rooms that may be entered in this category include, but not limited to: Library, Bar, Laundry Room, Closet, Craft Room, Theatre Room, Home Office, Exercise Room/Gym, or Wine cellar. There are no "price limits" in this category.

Criteria
Criterion Weight
Drawings 25.0%
Basic Safety and Ergonomics 20.0%
Elements and Principals of Design 20.0%
CREATIVITY 20.0%
Visual Appeal 15.0%